With the coming rise in the energy price cap, North Tyneside Citizens Advice are sharing our tips on what steps people can take to save money and what support is available to anyone who is struggling.
North Tyneside Citizens Advice is calling for volunteers of all backgrounds to deliver advice and support to local people.
Citizens Advice has found that, in the North of England, 72% of adults are thinking about making their homes more energy efficient in the next 12 months.
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Citizens Advice is warning about three changes in September that are going to make it very hard for people to make ends meet:
- The end to the Universal Credit uplift
- The end of the COVID-19 Furlough scheme
- The energy price cap hike
We’ve seen a 68% increase since last summer in people looking at how much they could get when claiming Universal Credit.
At the beginning of 2021, we campaigned to #KeeptheLifeline of the £20/week Universal Credit uplift,
69% of people in North East England have been targeted by a scammer since January,
North Tyneside Citizens Advice has continued giving advice to those in need throughout the coronavirus pandemic thanks to the tireless dedication of its staff and volunteers.
North Tyneside Citizens Advice is warning people to take control of their debts and their rent before 31st May,
North Tyneside Citizens Advice is looking for people to join our team of volunteers. Volunteers at Citizens Advice come from a range of backgrounds and ages to contribute their time and skills to help deliver this important service.